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EFC Power Log
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Athlete Ford
Meet EFC Athlete Ford Crane! Ford is a local Team Toledo Tri Club member, busy father of 2 and on a mission to balance training, work, family and life all while on a quest to Qualify for Kona.
Thursday, February 09, 2012
So, I’m a month into the training. I’ve had fun with a new PR for a local 5K. This was particularly encouraging since I haven’t done any real speed work. I had some concerns about my training volume. I didn’t think it was high enough or intense enough. What I’ve learned is that for this time of year, with a fall target race, I’m right on schedule. I’ve got a tailored plan for overall success - not instantaneous results. I’m also getting specific feedback on what is right and what is wrong with my trainer riding. I don’t have anymore ‘wasted miles’. I’m getting the most out of each workout without crazy saddle time. I’m excited about training and looking forward to some longer workouts. This is the right place for me to be. Especially with a crazy work schedule and a family. How’s your training going?
-Athlete Ford
Posted by Athlete Ford on 02/09/12 at 02:11 PM
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Sunday, October 30, 2011
Well, I’m nearing the end of a 2 week rest. Some of it was very restful, some not so much. I think it took a week just to remember how to relax. I’m not sure I’m fully there yet. I am no longer sore in the morning (or any time really), which at 45 is nice. I knew I was addicted to exercise, but didn’t realize how much I really missed each part of my training; and not just the swim, bike, run, lift. I missed my friends too. I volunteered at a local 5K/10K and saw things from their perspective, always thank your volunteers. I also had the fact reenforced that it is a privilege to be able to do what I do. I’m looking forward to getting back to it next week. Good advice from Coach Kelly to focus on form and technique setting the foundation for a solid season.
-Athlete Ford
Posted by Athlete Ford on 10/30/11 at 11:59 AM
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Saturday, October 15, 2011
So you think you don’t need a coach, right? Of course not, there are plenty of books, articles and friends. They all have good ideas and good intentions…..but where is the plan? Where is the connectivity? I’ll eat from plan A, swim from B, run and bike from C and sprinkle in some social rides and runs, that can’t possibly hurt, right? Having a coach will walk you through beginning to end, including all the wierd nagging questions in-between.
I have to be honest, I don’t sit still well. Most of you reading this don’t either. I was just enlightened on the importance of rest and listening to your body. Sometimes it takes a neutral 3rd party (your coach) talking to you and asking the right questions to determine that you NEED some rest. I’m about to start 2 weeks of rest for the first time since…….um….yeah. I’m not looking forward to this, but as I listen to my body (aches, soreness and stiffness), I’m excited about some of those going away. See everyone on the flip side.
-Athelte Ford
Posted by Athlete Ford on 10/15/11 at 07:44 PM
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Friday, September 23, 2011
Hello! My name is Ford Crane. I’m 45 years old and posting faster times with fewer injuries/problems than when I first started this stuff at age 40. Don’t get me wrong, my friends are getting faster as we all train smarter, just not the same magnitude I’ve seen. FYI I am not some High School or College Cross Country or Track star. I’m just some guy who wanted to run longer and faster. I’ll keep this brief so you get the bottom line. I’ve been to 2 run clinics with Energy Fitness Coaching. They video taped my run, gave me feedback on form and drills to improve.
My 1/2 Marathon time has gone from 1:54 (2007) down to 1:31 (2011). It dropped 10 minutes after the 1st coaching session and then another 10 after a follow up session a year later. My Olympic Distance Triathlon run pace has gone from 8:32 (2007) to 7:01 (2011).
Give Coach Kel and Coach Rob’s Run Clinics a try. For about the price of a pair of running shoes, you could see some of the same results.
Posted by Athlete Ford on 09/23/11 at 06:55 AM
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